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Saint-Hilaire de Saint-Hilaire-de-Loulay Church is a religious building built in the 2nd quarter of the 19th century, specifically in 1836. It is located in the commune of Saint-Hilaire-de-Loulay, in Vendée (Pays de la Loire). This monument, inscribed in the Historical Monuments by order of October 8, 2007, illustrates the ecclesial architecture of its time, marked by often sober and functional lines, reflecting the spiritual and community needs of rural populations of the 19th century.

The church was designed by architect Liberge F.L., whose name is associated with its realization. Owned by the municipality, it is fully protected, as evidenced by its record in the Mérimée base. Its exact address, 5112 Rue de l'Hôpital, and its Insee code (85146) confirm its territorial anchoring in the Vendée department, near La Roche-sur-Yon. The accuracy of its location is considered satisfactory, facilitating its geographical identification.

The historical context of its construction is part of a period of renewal or restoration of religious buildings in France, often linked to the need to modernize or replace old structures. The churches of that time played a central role in the social and spiritual life of the villages, serving as a gathering place, prayer and community events. Their architecture also reflected the stylistic influences of the moment, between neoclassicism and eclecticism, adapted to the local resources and know-how of artisans.

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